The Finishing Operator has responsibility for all functional finishing assets including S3, S4, rewinder, sheeter, and lever, leading machine set‑ups and changeovers, problem‑solving, coordinating preventative maintenance, and making decisions on machine adjustments.
Loading raw material into the machine and unloading finished products
Determining and controlling the machine cycle, varying and modifying as necessary to create and maintain a quality product
Performing tests and checking product routinely for multiple characteristics, using standard measuring devices and making some judgments against standards that are not readily measurable
Housekeeping of assets and maintain quality products
Meeting production schedules and programming production sequences for optimal productivity
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
Nice to have: 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing in a similar production environment
Nice to have: Strong shipping/receiving system usage and understanding
Nice to have: Track record of leading continuous improvement initiatives
Nice to have: Project Management and Time Management skills
Load raw material into the machine and unload the finished product. Determine and control the machine cycle varying and modifying as necessary. Perform tests and check products routinely for multiple characteristics using standard measuring devices and making some judgments against not readily measurable standards. Meet production schedules and program production sequences for optimal productivity. Follow standard operating procedures and specifications or instructions of higher level technical personnel and monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications. Report any malfunctions or abnormalities and make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment. Maintain production records and logs of equipment and product performance. Adjust set up and process operations accordingly. Follow all health, safety, and housekeeping procedures, policies and practices and consistently work in a safe manner with regard to self, co-workers, and manufacturing systems. Attend and participate in all required training. Understand and implement the quality standard procedures that relate to the role and responsibilities of a Coating Operator. Perform general housekeeping tasks and waste removal within the department/group and assists other areas as required. Continuously review current processes and search out improvement methods to improve product/process quality and reduce waste, rework, and unnecessary work that adds no value to the work or process. Support safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. Teamwork: Assist and support other team members in meeting department and site goals. Participate and share in performing all tasks necessary to run the facility. Contribute and participate in team decision making. Provide support in project work and other special requests. Perform all other functions as necessary.
Compensation
Starting hourly rate: $25.09
Responsibilities
Load raw material into the machine and unload the finished product.
Determine and control the machine cycle varying and modifying as necessary.
Perform tests and check products routinely for multiple characteristics using standard measuring devices and making some judgments against not readily measurable standards.
Meet production schedules and program production sequences for optimal productivity.
Follow standard operating procedures and specifications or instructions of higher level technical personnel and monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production/process specifications.